In the 1930s, the Jenny Lake Ranger Station and Museum opened as the park’s first visitor facility. Today, climbing rangers provide safety information, issue backcountry and boat permits, share climbing route conditions, and perform mountain rescues. Climbing and day hiking do not require a backcountry camping permit unless camping overnight in the backcountry. Backcountry permits involving climbing or mountaineering, and camping in Garnet Canyon must be obtained at the Jenny Lake Ranger…
Jenny Lake Ranger Station is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.
See the map for Jenny Lake Ranger Station's exact location and directions.
Pick your dates on the availability calendar, then reserve through the official booking link. You can also set an alert and we'll notify you if a sold-out date opens up.